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usb broadband modem into router

RoxStrongo

RoxStrongo

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my family has recently signed up for adsl broadband that supplys a usb modem. however the intention is to set up a home network with a wireless router. im not a big networking geek but from what i have seen routers come with an ethernet connection for input. what would be the best way to solve this problem?
cheers
 
Some routers have a USB port for this very situation. Apart from that:

1) Use a PC or Mac with Internet Connection Sharing to share out the USB modem.

2) Buy a router with a built-in modem and simply don't use the USB one (this is probably the best solution as it's one box).
 
could you recommend a decent router with built in modem? the range needs to be fairly decent and mac compatible
 
robbieduncan said:
Hmm, all the prices appear to be in US Dollars and we, here in the UK, use Pounds Sterling!
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Can you ask them for a router with an ethernet connection on it? Your life will be much easier and more pleasant if they can give you one, or give you a credit to go buy one.
 
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